Emergency services responded to reports of smoke at a restaurant in Stavanger city center. Police received the initial alert at 10:20 AM local time.
Operational manager Tore Kjerland Bøe confirmed that emergency crews were dispatched immediately. Stavanger is Norway's fourth-largest city and a major hub for the country's oil industry.
Smoke divers entered the building by 10:25 AM to investigate the source. They conducted a thorough search of the premises during the emergency response.
Police announced at 10:30 AM that no fire was found. The smoke likely came from an overheated electrical panel in the building's security system.
This incident highlights how even minor electrical issues can trigger major emergency responses in busy urban areas. The quick resolution prevented what could have been a serious disruption to downtown businesses.